Manyara Lakeview Oasis is a comfortable midrange lodge located in Mto wa Mbu near Lake Manyara National Park in northern Tanzania. The lodge is built along the Rift Valley escarpment overlooking the river basin, Lake Manyara, and the surrounding landscapes. Guests staying at the lodge also enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro during clear weather conditions.
The lodge is suitable for travelers looking for relaxation, wildlife experiences, and affordable accommodation during their Tanzania safari.
Access to Manyara Lakeview Oasis
Visitors can access Manyara Lakeview Oasis by both road and air transport. Road transport from Arusha takes about three to four hours depending on stopovers along the journey. Many travelers prefer road transport because it allows them to visit different places on the way to the lodge.
Travelers who prefer faster and more comfortable transport can use air transport to Lake Manyara Airstrip. The flight takes about 50 minutes followed by a transfer to the lodge using a vehicle.
Accommodation and Room Facilities
Manyara Lakeview Oasis has four spacious rooms built on raised wooden platforms to provide guests with views of the surrounding landscapes and Rift Valley escarpment.
The rooms are designed in African traditional style and can accommodate up to eight people. Room facilities include flushing toilets, showers with hot and cold water, treated mosquito nets, free toiletries, bottled water, wash basins, televisions, clean beddings, king sized beds, queen sized beds, and other useful amenities.
Room prices vary depending on the room type, season, and bed category. Single rooms are suitable for one person while double and triple rooms are suitable for couples, families, and groups. Prices usually start from about US$200 per person per night.
Safari Activities Around the Lodge
Guests staying at Manyara Lakeview Oasis can enjoy many safari activities around Lake Manyara National Park and nearby areas.
Activities include day and night game drives, nature walks, bicycle riding, bird watching, boating on Lake Manyara, football, and swimming.
Game drives give visitors opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, flamingoes, and many other wildlife species found around the park and the lake.
Bird watching is especially popular during the wet season when many bird species gather around the lake and surrounding vegetation.
Restaurant, Bar, and Lodge Facilities
Manyara Lakeview Oasis has an onsite restaurant serving continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared by friendly staff. Guests can enjoy meals while relaxing in the peaceful environment around the lodge.
The lodge also has a bar serving both alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks for visitors relaxing after safari activities.
Additional facilities include WiFi hotspot internet in the main building, secure parking space, and 24 hour security for guests and their belongings.
Manyara Lakeview Oasis offers comfort, wildlife experiences, and peaceful relaxation for visitors exploring northern Tanzania safari destinations.









